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1890s Hand Painted Life Size Anatomical of Head
Located in Peekskill, NY
head. I would date this to 1900. The details are well-done and the brain is removable and splits in two
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Late 19th Century German Industrial Antique Brain

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Plaster

Staffordshire pottery phrenology head pen stand
Located in San Francisco, CA
A Staffordshire pottery phrenology head pen stand inscribed with regions of the brain, on scrolled
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19th Century English Antique Brain

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Earthenware

Antique, 3D Anatomical Head Model
Located in Berghuelen, DE
. Left side showing muscles, right side skull. Right side detachable with removable brain parts.
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Early 20th Century German Antique Brain

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Wood, Plaster

A phrenological skull according to the theory of Franz Joseph Gall, Italy 1856
Located in Milan, IT
color. Demonstrate Franz Joseph Gall's phrenological map, with areas and regions of the brain. On the
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1850s French Antique Brain

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Plaster, Fruitwood

Phrenological Skull According to the Theory of Franz Joseph Gall, France 1856
Located in Milan, IT
color. Demonstrate Franz Joseph Gall's phrenological map, with areas and regions of the brain. On the
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Mid-19th Century French Antique Brain

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Plaster, Wood

Gorgeous Antique French Oak Louis XV 4 over 4 Buffet
Located in BENSENVILLE, IL
capabilities, paired with its stunning good looks, makes the value a true no brainer. Don't miss this
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19th Century French Louis XV Antique Brain

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Oak

19th c. Phrenology Porcelain Bust c.1800s
Located in San Francisco, CA
physician Franz-Joseph Gall (1758-1828), who proposed the concept of localized brain function. According to
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Brain

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Porcelain

great female anatomical torso by SOMSO, circa 1920
Located in Berghuelen, DE
mâché, wood and plaster. detachable into 21 parts as follows: brain (8), half of each lung (2), heart (2
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Brain

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Paper, Plaster, Wood

Wooden Phrenology Head Advertising Model Folk Art Americana
Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos
psychology, theory of brain and what the 19th-century phrenologists called "the only true science of mind
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Late 19th Century American American Craftsman Antique Brain

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Wood

Antique Edo Netsuke Japanese Ikkosai ‘Different World in a Cave’, 18/19th C
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
a human brain. Very interesting Provenance: Collected in the 1980’s. From the collection of Clemens
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18th Century Japanese Edo Antique Brain

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Porcelain

Baccarat Carved Layered and Gilt Art Nouveau Raspberry Vase
By Baccarat
Located in Dallas, TX
condition. This vase is a no brainer and priced to sell fast! Singed in etched Baccarat France Depose
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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Brain

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Art Glass

Golden Mercury Glass X-Ray Chandelier
Located in Peekskill, NY
antique never used shades it was a no brainer… it had to be a chandelier. With their gold finish and small
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Early 20th Century American Antique Brain

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Brass

Late Ming Period Bronze, Lacquered and Gilded Zhen Wu
Located in Kastrup, DK
world brain whose symbolic expression is a turtle and a snake in battle with each other. Together, they
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Mid-17th Century Chinese Ming Antique Brain

Antique German Head Shoulders Anatomical Model by F M Lautenschläger
Located in London, GB
skull and brain. The head & shoulders also divides into two halves revealing the internal anatomy. Very
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1910s German Industrial Antique Brain

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Metal

Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Village, Signed oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
Asselin who continues:" no brain combination, no theory can give birth to a work of art ... Art springs
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1920s Post-Impressionist Antique Brain

Materials

Oil

Japanese Antique Jewel-Shaped Candle Stick/ Folk Art Object/ 1868-1912s/WabiSabi
Located in Iwate-gun Shizukuishi-cho, Iwate Prefecture
is said to swallow all seawater and fish, and from the brain of Ryujin. In Buddhism, it is regarded
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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Brain

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Iron

Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) Portrait of woman, 1929, oil on mahogany panel
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
interior ", thus professes Maurice Asselin who continues:" no brain combination, no theory can give birth
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1920s Post-Impressionist Antique Brain

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Oil

Rare Kanak "kagu" Wooden Bird Beak Puzzle, New Caledonia, 19th Century
Located in NICE, FR
categories: "phallic" brain teasers and those in the shape of a "bird's beak" or turtle. Their use for war
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Mid-19th Century New Caledonian Antique Brain

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Wood

19th c. Medical Movable Atlas Book of the Human Body, c.1880
Located in San Francisco, CA
", "The Tooth", "The Brain", "Hearing and Mastication", "Human Body", "Female Organs", "Male Organs" and
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Brain

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Paper

Paleolithic Flint Handaxe from Prehistoric Northern France
Located in London, GB
. Accompanying the evolution of a larger-brained form of the genus Homo, the leaf-shape or teardrop stone tool is
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Brain

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Stone

Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) A Still life with herrings, oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
food for your life interior ", thus professes Maurice Asselin who continues:" no brain combination, no
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1920s Post-Impressionist Antique Brain

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Oil

Original ‘Absinthe’ Canvas Poster by Leonetto Cappiello, Circa 1906
By Leonetto Cappiello
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
worm wood. The original Absinthe was said to destroy the brain and cause madness. Absinthe was created
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Early 1900s French Antique Brain

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Linen, Paper

Mrs Dick Guiness
Located in Petworth, West Sussex
ended his life blinded by a slow-growing brain tumour. His eyesight had been going for some time, and he
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Early 20th Century Modern Antique Brain

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Paper, Watercolor, Pencil

Antique Art Deco Burr Walnut Sideboard Drinks Cabinet by S Hille Co. 1920s
By S. Hille Co.
Located in London, GB
in the brain’ because ‘he couldn’t handle a hammer’. However, he started the business with a wood
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Brain

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Walnut

View of La Crau with Tree in the Foreground by Vincent van Gogh
By Vincent van Gogh
Located in New Orleans, LA
struggles, reflecting sentiments like, “My brain is still feeling tired and dried up.” However, he found
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19th Century Post-Impressionist Antique Brain

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Paper, Ink, Pen, Pencil

Fossilized Brain Coral, Diploria Labyrinthiformis
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A large, beautiful and well proportioned specimen of a fossilized brain coral. It looks so much
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Brain

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Coral

Extra Large Brain Coral on Metal Stand
Located in Winnetka, IL
This is a large porous oval shaped brain coral mounted on a steel stand.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Brain

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Coral

Original Vintage Medical Print, the Brain, C.1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of medical interest. Unframed. Published, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brain

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Paper

Original Vintage Medical Print, the Brain, C.1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of medical interest. Unframed. Published, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brain

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Paper

Original Vintage Medical Print, the Brain, C.1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of medical interest. Unframed. Published, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brain

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Paper

Original Vintage Medical Print, the Brain, circa 1900
Located in St Annes, Lancashire
Great image of medical interest. Unframed. Published, circa 1900.
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Brain

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Paper

The Brain - Etching - "De Humani Corporis Fabrica" - by A. Vesalio-1642
Located in Roma, IT
The Brain is an original etching realized for the 1642 edition of the "De Humani Corporis Fabrica
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1640s Modern Antique Brain

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Etching

Anatomical model: a brain inserted into a sectioned skullcap, Italy 1920.
Located in Milan, IT
Anatomical model for schools, educational use, depicting the brain, divisible into three parts
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Brain

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Plaster

Anatomie - Interior of the Brain, French medical anatomy engraving, c1770
Located in Melbourne, Victoria
'Anatomie - XIV Interieur du cerveau' French late 18th century copper-line engraving. From Denis Diderot and J. Le R. D'Alembert, 'Encyclopedie, ou dictionnaire raisonne des scien...
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Late 18th Century Victorian Antique Brain

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Engraving

Early Didactic Model of a Human Brain, 4 Section, Plaster, Kovodelny Podnik
By Kovodelny Podnik Prague
Located in Buffalo, NY
Didactic model of human brain divided in sections, made of Didactic made of polychrome plaster
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1920s Czech Industrial Antique Brain

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Glass, Plaster, Wood

Set of Two Antique Prints of the Human Brain by Kuhff 1879
Located in Langweer, NL
Set of two antique anatomy prints titled Encéphale' and 'L'Encéphale Face Latérale - Cervelet'. Colored lithographs of human brains with superimposed flaps. These prints originate fr...
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Late 19th Century Antique Brain

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Paper

American Phrenology head of Fowlers Wells Phrenological Cabinet New York
Located in Haarlem, NL
of the brain labeled with printed paper, by Fowlers & Wells Phrenological Cabinet New York
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Mid-18th Century American Victorian Antique Brain

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Stucco

Early 19th c. Porcelain Phrenology Stamp/Pipe Stamper c.1820
Located in San Francisco, CA
. Phrenology was a science of character divination, faculty psychology, theory of brain and what the 19th
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Early 19th Century Antique Brain

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Gold, Brass

Unique Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Brooch
Located in Tampa, FL
with exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail. A no brainer for someone looking to add a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Brain

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Diamond, Platinum

Baccarat Carved, Layered and Gilt Art Nouveau Raspberry Red Vase
By Baccarat
Located in Dallas, TX
condition. This vase is a no brainer and priced to sell fast! Singed in etched Baccarat France Depose
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Brain

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Art Glass

54.90 Cts Beautiful Tri Color Tourmaline Crystal From Paprook, Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
prosperity. It balances the right-left sides of the brain. Helps treat paranoia, overcomes dyslexia and
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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Antique Brain

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Rock Crystal

38.30 Carats Gorgeous Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
balances the right-left sides of the brain. Helps treat paranoia, overcomes dyslexia and improves hand-eye
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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Antique Brain

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Rock Crystal

48 Carat Amazing Bi Color Tourmaline Crystal From Paprook Mine, Afghanistan
By Deloris "Dee" Giltz 1
Located in Peshawar, PK
inspiration, compassion, tolerance and prosperity. It balances the right-left sides of the brain. Helps treat
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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Adam Style Antique Brain

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Rock Crystal

Amazing Coral Collection
Located in London, GB
H 15” x D 6”) Brain coral (W 13” x H 11” x D 9”).     
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1920s Maldivian Antique Brain

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Natural Fiber

Remarkable Prehistoric Flint Hand Axe with Fossil Inclusions
Located in London, GB
of the hominid brain. To craft a tool of this complexity requires planning and purpose in the mind of
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15th Century and Earlier French Prehistoric Antique Brain

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Stone

19th Century Native American Yanktonai Sioux Beaded Belt
By Sioux Indian Art
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Yanktonai Sioux at Fort Peck fully beaded sinew sewn belt on brain tanned buffalo. Greasy yellows
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Brain

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Beads

Colorado Mountain
By David Spivak
Located in Denver, CO
Artist's Guild (now known as the Colorado Artist's Guild, established in 1928). Spivak died of a brain
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1920s American Impressionist Antique Brain

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Oil

Dog Portrait of a Beauceron "Bas Rouge, 1877"; French Wild-Boar Hunting Dog
Located in SANTA FE, NM
, bodyguards, companions and of course, peerless herder of livestock. Think of a border collie brain in a 110
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1870s Realist Antique Brain

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Oil, Wood Panel

Salmon Nootka Native American Hand Drum
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Nootka hand drum with polychrome salmon, brass tacks, brain tanned handhold, original sale tag of
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Early 20th Century American Native American Antique Brain

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Hide

Large Wide Base Brass Three Legged Pillared Victorian Floor Standing Lamp
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
marks here and there, it's been restored to include a new three core brained linen flex cable and new
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Brain

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Brass

19th Century Klickitat Carrying Basket
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Klickitat/Cowlitz partially imbricated basket in checkerboard design with brain tanned belt loops
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Late 19th Century American Native American Antique Brain

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Other

1900s Didactic Anatomical Torso with Removable Organs Scale 1:1 A. Fumeo Milano
Located in Milan, IT
organs can be extracted from the body and both the brain and the heart can be taken apart into several
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Early 1900s Antique Brain

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Plaster

Antique Handcrafted Mahogany Wall Cabinet with Shelfs and Picture Frame in Door
Located in Lisse, NL
easy, which is why purchasing this piece was a no brainer. Mind you, our fair price even includes
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Brain

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Brass

Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) Portrait of his son Bernard, 1927, oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
interior ", thus professes Maurice Asselin who continues:" no brain combination, no theory can give birth
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1920s Post-Impressionist Antique Brain

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Oil

Maurice Asselin (1882-1947) Portrait of his son Jean 1937, oil on canvas
By Maurice Asselin
Located in Paris, FR
interior ", thus professes Maurice Asselin who continues:" no brain combination, no theory can give birth
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1920s Post-Impressionist Antique Brain

Materials

Oil

Authentic Hand Beaded Nez Perce Flat Bag With Peacock
By Native American Art
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
brain tanned straps and cloth lined interior. A lovely piece that would display nicely on the walls of a
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Early 20th Century American Folk Art Antique Brain

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Leather, Beads

Japanese Antique Garden Stone Precious Hoju Jewel Finial
Located in South Burlington, VT
garden stone represents the the gem which "makes all your dreams come true.” Some say it’s the brain of a
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19th Century Japanese Edo Antique Brain

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Stone

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Antique Brain For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique brain for your home. Each antique brain for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, coral and stone. Your living room may not be complete without an antique brain — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. An antique brain is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Industrial and Victorian styles are sought with frequency. A well-made antique brain has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Dr. Louis Auzoux and Ehrlich are consistently popular.

How Much is a Antique Brain?

Prices for an antique brain start at $139 and top out at $6,423 with the average selling for $685.